Training

UCAR requires that you complete training before you can work with animals in the laboratory and/or gain access to the Vivarium. Anyone who enters the vivarium must complete all UCAR required training and must be added to a UCAR protocol.

This form is on SharePoint and can only be filled out by PI or selected lab staff. If you have problems with the link, please contact UCAR (275-1693).

NOTE: Submitting the online staff modification form is the first step for individuals who will be added to a Principal Investigator's UCAR protocol(s). Investigators and new hires will be notifiedby email when they have been added to the protocol once ALL UCAR training is completed.

If working with ferrets, review the training materials available in the UCAR Office. Return the training media and remember to submit the completed training documentation form to UCAR.

If working with monkeys, complete the Primate Safety Training (available in the UCAR Office). Return the training media and submit the completed quiz to UCAR. Contact DCM at (585) 275-2651 to schedule a Primate Tour.

Important Notes on Workshops

For rodent users after they have been approved and added to a UCAR protocol:

Rodent Recovery Surgery (aseptic technique) Workshop is required for all new hires who will perform recovery surgery on mice and rats. Contact UCAR@urmc.rochester.edu for additional information on this course.

Basic rodent handling workshops are required for all new hires with lessthan one year of experience who will work with rodents. Mouse Handling Workshops are held once a month. Contact UCAR@urmc.rochester.edu for additional information on this course. If working with rats only, DCM conducts the rat handling workshop and can be contacted by calling 275-2651.

Do not contact UCAR about the workshops until you have received your approval email!

You will be given 60 days after you have been approved and added to a protocol to attend the required workshop(s). If you do not attend, you will be removed from the protocol and your access to the vivarium will be removed.